Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures, but breast implants are not right for everyone. While you may have many different reasons for preferring a natural option, fat transfer breast augmentation allows you to achieve a boost in size with nothing artificial in your body.
What is Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?
Sometimes called natural breast augmentation, fat transfer breast augmentation uses fat taken from another area of your body, purified and prepared, and injected into your breasts. These fat cells undergo a process called grafting, establishing themselves to add up to a cup size of extra volume.
Dr. Wael Kouli usually performs liposuction on two to three areas of the body to collect fat for the procedure. These areas can include:
- Abdomen
- Thighs
- Hips
- Arms
- Back
- Buttocks
After preparation, purified fat cells are strategically injected into your breasts to create the desired shape. Once established, these fat cells will remain in place for a lifetime, although they can change in size if you gain or lose weight.
Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation vs. Breast Implants
Traditional and natural breast augmentation are both safe, FDA-approved procedures that provide the benefits of increased confidence and a more balanced figure. However, you may choose a fat transfer procedure for several reasons:
You Prefer to Avoid Implants
All breast implants are artificial objects placed into the body, and you may not want them for health or personal reasons. Although breast implant rupture is very uncommon and not dangerous, it presents a concern for some.
Low Risk of Complications
Your body can respond to anything artificial, including an implant, by forming scar tissue around it. This process, called capsular contracture, requires another procedure to correct it. Implants can also develop other issues that do not occur with natural breast augmentation.
REQUEST CONSULTATION
This is the time you get to know and become comfortable with Dr. Kouli and the staff at Esthetica of San Diego, the Center of Cosmetic Surgery. You should express your needs, desires, and expectations for your procedure. Dr. Kouli will review your medical history and discuss the best surgical technique for you. All your questions will be answered as thoroughly as possible.
As Dr. Kouli always says, “no question is a stupid one.” You will have a detailed discussion about the different techniques of surgery. Dr. Kouli will go over most risks and potential complications of surgery and will explain the pre-operative and post-operative process.
No Need for Replacement
Breast implants have a lifespan, and while some stay in place for 15 years or longer, they will eventually need to be replaced. Because the transferred fat cells remain alive and healthy in your breasts, they never require replacement.
Am I a Good Candidate for Natural Breast Augmentation?
Because it uses fat taken from your body, fat transfer breast augmentation eliminates the risk of your body reacting to an artificial material. Good candidates for this procedure want to add a subtle but noticeable increase in breast volume. If you are looking for more dramatic increases, implants may be a better option.
Candidates for this procedure should be in overall good health. You must also have enough fat to collect for the injections. You may not be a candidate if you have certain medical conditions or are pregnant. We recommend a consultation with Dr. Kouli to discuss your options.
The office and procedure room were immaculate. Dr. Kouli and staff checked up on me often post.
Take the Next Step
Ready to learn more about fat transfer breast augmentation? Dr. Wael Kouli and his team proudly serve Orange County, Newport Beach, San Diego, and the surrounding area. Reach out today at (858) 530-8400 to begin your journey!
